Equator Coffees and Teas Named California Small Business of the Year

“It is such an incredible honor to be recognized by the Small Business Administration as Small Business of the Year for the State of California,” Russell said in the announcement. “As an entrepreneur, women-owned business, and LGBT certified business, I am proud to say that the SBA has been there for Equator at all stages of our growth over the last 21 years. The SBA knows that it’s small businesses like Equator that are creating quality jobs and driving our economy. The SBA has had our back at important milestones in our evolution. We celebrate this achievement with our employees, our partners and our collective communities.”